Deputy Principal report
SCHOOL PRIDE HOUSE COMPETITION
In Week 11, our School Pride House Competition will be awarded to the students who have collected the most tokens for their house by consistently wearing the correct uniform and participating in Waste Free Wednesday in Term 1.
The winning house will be announced on Monday, 7 April to parents/carers notified via Compass and on Tuesday, 8 April at our morning announcements. The reward will take place on Wednesday, 9 April. On this day students from the winning house will be rewarded with a mufti day and Zooper Dooper.
ONLINE SAFETY & BEHAVIOUR- SNAPCHAT
As we continue to navigate the digital age, it is more important than ever to ensure our children are safe while using online platforms. Recently, we have been made aware of concerns regarding the use of Snapchat and other social media apps among students. Some of these apps are not age appropriate and recommended for children who are 13 and older.
While these platforms offer a means of communication and social interaction, they also present risks, including exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and interactions with strangers. We encourage all parents to be vigilant and proactive in monitoring their children’s online activities.
Here are some steps you can take to help keep your child safe online:
Open Communication: Talk to your child about the potential risks of social media and encourage them to come to you with any concerns.
Privacy Settings: Ensure your child’s social media accounts have the highest level of privacy settings enabled.
Monitor Activity: Regularly review the apps your child is using and discuss the importance of responsible online behavior.
Friend Lists: Encourage your child to only accept friend requests from people they know in real life.
Screen Time Management: Set boundaries on screen time and encourage offline activities.
We believe that by working together, we can create a safer online environment for our children. If you have any concerns or need additional resources on online safety, please feel free to reach out.
MACARTHUR YOUNG CHAMPIONS AWARDS
The annual Macarthur Young Champions Awards recognise the achievements of our young people and the valuable contribution they make to the local community. Organised by Rainbow Crossing Inc, an ACNC registered not-for-profit organisation, these awards are back this year and seek to motivate young people to chase their dreams. In 2024, St John’s had 3 students who were finalists in the awards.
The Awards are open to young people under 19 living, studying or working in the Macarthur region (Campbelltown, Camden & Wollondilly LGAs) and are spread over 20+ categories including individual, group and special needs.
The Macarthur Young Champions Awards will be presented at a Gala Awards Dinner with entertainment on Friday 30 May 2025, 7pm, at Wests League Club.
We request you to support the young achievers of your school by nominating them:
Nominate ONLINE HERE.
Or CLICK HERE to print out a pdf of the form.
Click on this link to view highlights from the 2024 Macarthur Young Champions Awards.